Today I felt like going for a more easy going look. Its Friday after all!

I knew i wanted to pair the girlfriend jeans with a more casual button up top. Its effortless and comfy. The red, plaid bad only solidified my love for this look. It incorporates my love for mixing prints.

Then I felt like adding one more unique touch, emerald earrings. I wasn't planning on it, but they caught my eye. I have had them forever -and sorry there is not a better picture- I love them! Every time I have worn them, I feel like they add just the perfect touch. They add that 'barely there' touch of elegance. An additional bit of character,

Im happy to share today's post with you. mainly because it challenged me a bit. In all honesty I haven't been feeling myself lately. Hence the lack of posts. I have been feeling overwhelmed lately and not very creative.

But today I woke up feeling inspired and creative!

I spent most of yesterday putting outfits together, this was one of them. I loved the 'boss girl' look you get with this look. It incorporates some of my favorite pieces. This skirt, has been with me for several years now and has never let me down. I got it from Target in my early blogging days. It is such a dramatic piece. The blouse, sadly, will probably be retired after today. It also has served me well. It was a thrift shop find, and I love that it adds a casual feel to the over all look.

Actually in the last picture, the top button broke! :0 I noticed it in time and used the bag -yet another great piece! And more on it in a minuet!- to cover it and oddly enough, I liked the end results!

When I initially tried this pairing, my first thought as far as bags was either orange or red. To be fair, both did look great! But something this afternoon, when I took the pics, told me to try the striped, Versona bag. I tried. Put it back. Tried it. Tried it again. Something about it I really loved. It had my attention. The contrast between the stripes in the bag and the stripes in the skirt are beautifully, different enough to work.

I think fashion is relative. Style is personal! I love to see everyone's style! Go with your gut! If something speaks to you, go with it! Its you! =)

And Happy Belated Mothers' Day to all of the amazing mothers out there!

I have had these silk shorts for awhile -I got them on sale in the winter months- and finally got a chance to wear them out! What I love; the look and feel of them for sure! They have a luxurious, soft feel! They certainly dress up this plain cotton tee shirt and blazer.

They are especially 'fitting' -punny! :D- for a hot day like today.

The Versona bag is one of my long-time favorites. I just cannot seem to part with it! It comes in handy, usually when I need it the most! I may start compiling a list of my all time favorite pieces to share with you soon!

I apologize for the delay, there has been a lot going on lately that has made getting blog posts challenging. And in all honesty I have found myself pretty physically, emotionally, and creatively drained, which is why I haven't posted.

I'm happy to be back today though!

I fully appreciate a simple look. It is effortless and allows you to be creative with accessorizing. That is what I opted for today. Accessories are what can really give character and life to a look. For example, this look would be boring with out the flats, studded bag, and beaded necklace.

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I just love these flats! From the design to the color, they are great! They amp up just about every look I have paired them with, and -bonus- they are comfy! =)

I managed to get some shots in, in between down pours! It started out with just a light rain, which I naively figured I could handle. I darted out, got a few pictures, and darted back in. Easy enough, right? Well then the clouds opened up and rain down poured! In my head I thought, what a great opportunity for some shots! Of course, my camera is "not one of those military grade cameras that could catch that" (a reference to 'The Office' for all the fans out there!) But I did love how the shots came out!

My only concern is with the shoes. I LOVE these Chinese Laundry heels! They are part pleather, and the other part feels like tweed, but I'm not exactly sure what it is. It is a lovely combination! Chinese Laundry continues to be one of my favorite brands for shoes! It started with unique styled flats and continued to grow with strappy heels, and now these beauties.

I was able to dab the shoes dry and I think they will survive this shoot -phew!

I realize this sounds silly, but when you find a great pair of heels -or any pieces in general- I want to keep them in as good as shape as possible for as long as I can. I have one bag, which is suede. I'm sure its probably faux suede, but it is a great bag all the same. My sister laughs at the lengths I go to keep it dry! If its' raining out, I will run from the car to the house. If its' down pouring, I may hide the bag under my coat.

I love these pieces and I want them to be around for awhile, so I take extra care with them.

This look in particular, I put together awhile ago and loved! Its so simple at first glance, but intricate if you look closely. The print in the blouse, the bag, and the heel of the shoes. It is full of character and life.